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Cara H. Rogers

Coxs Creek,KY

Summary

With over 14 years of certified teaching experience in public education, I am a seasoned teacher currently focused on educating students across the Commonwealth about agriculture, farm safety, and health. I excel in creating stimulating lesson plans and utilizing educational technology to enhance retention, comprehension, and active participation. I am a soon to be certified Library Media Specialist seeking a school Library Media Specialist position where I can apply my teaching and technology skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

School Library Media Specialist Practicum Student

Mercer County Schools
01.2023 - Current
  • Improved access to educational resources by helping maintain a well-organized and up-to-date collection of print, digital, and multimedia materials classified and coded according to policies and standards
  • Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk
  • Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials
  • Created and taught lessons for students from third to twelfth grade

Agriculture Education and Outreach Director

Kentucky Department Of Agriculture
02.2024 - Current
  • Manage programs including but not limited to agriculture education, farm safety, PACE (Purchase of Agricultural Conservation Easements), Raising Hope, internship program, and various scholarships
  • Collaborate with state universities, commodity groups and other state agencies on new projects funded by budget appropriations and grant opportunities
  • Financial approval for division payments and track budget expenditures

Special Education Teacher

Mercer County Schools
07.2009 - 02.2024
  • Created student IEPs, conducted ARC meetings, and finalized all special education paperwork for students with various disabilities
  • Provided students, teachers, and staff with materials and resources according to instructional needs of special education students
  • Provided transition services and opportunities for students
  • Facilitated frequent communications with parents/guardians for continuous academic goal attainment
  • Participated in professional development opportunities and applied concepts to classroom and school activities
  • Co-taught and worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students
  • Monitored student progress towards IEP goals and objectives

Adjunct Instructor

Campbellsville University
08.2018 - 03.2020
  • Provided math and career readiness instruction for welding program students
  • Designed instruction math and career readiness courses
  • Offered career guidance and tutoring for students

Executive Director

Harrodsburg First, Inc.
08.2008 - 08.2009
  • Implemented the city's downtown revitalization program according to state Main Street standards
  • Organized, promoted, and coordinated various downtown events
  • Built and maintained ideal working relationships with downtown business owners and other vital community organizations
  • Sought and applied for revitalization and historic preservation grants for the city of Harrodsburg

Education

Master of Science - Libraries, Informatics, & Technology in Education

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05.2024

Master of Science - Special Education

Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY
05.2010

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Public Service & Leadership

University of Kentucky, United States
Saint Leo, FL
12.2002

High School Diploma -

Mercer County High School
Harrodsburg, KY
05.1998

Skills

  • Teamwork/Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Technology Integration
  • Effective Communication
  • Data Driven Lesson Planning
  • Certified Special Education Teacher
  • Google Certified Educator
  • Budgeting

Accomplishments


  • Created inclusive learning environments and implemented assistive technologies which lead to the success and well-being of many students
  • Implemented new transition program which led to more employment opportunities for students

Timeline

Agriculture Education and Outreach Director

Kentucky Department Of Agriculture
02.2024 - Current

School Library Media Specialist Practicum Student

Mercer County Schools
01.2023 - Current

Adjunct Instructor

Campbellsville University
08.2018 - 03.2020

Special Education Teacher

Mercer County Schools
07.2009 - 02.2024

Executive Director

Harrodsburg First, Inc.
08.2008 - 08.2009

Master of Science - Libraries, Informatics, & Technology in Education

Western Kentucky University

Master of Science - Special Education

Georgetown College

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture Public Service & Leadership

University of Kentucky, United States

High School Diploma -

Mercer County High School

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